1966 Holden EH vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 1966 Holden EH is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden EH weights approximately 395 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden EH | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | EH | Minor |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |
